The Mike del Ferro - Podcast

(Many of you have asked if there are any recordings of our performances with Jack. There is footage available on my YouTube channel. You can find links to these videos—and everything else—by visiting my website at https://www.mikedelferro.nl ) Masterdrummer Jack DeJohnette is universally recognized as one of the greatest legends in jazz history, but to me, he was something much more profound: a me...

Today, I’m sitting down with incredible drummer Lucas van Merwijk. In this episode, we look back at his impressive career behind the drums. We talk about his deep connection to Latin music, his passion for teaching the next generation of drummers, and the exciting projects he is working on right now.  Since we both have a history of playing internationally, we also dive into some great stories abo...

Paul Berner is known not just for who he has played with, but for how he plays—with a deep, resonant soulfulness that anchors every track. In this episode, we sit down to discuss his time with legends like Lionel Hampton, but we also dive deep into his craft. We explore how he develops his signature beautiful sound, his melodic approach to the bass, and the emotional depth he brings to the instrum...

In this episode, I sit down with my long-time friend and musical colleague, the incredible pianist Bram Wijnands. While we both started our journeys studying music together in the Netherlands, Bram took a path that led him straight to the cradle of jazz: Kansas City. Though he was born in the Netherlands, Bram has been living and playing in the US for decades, establishing himself as a true heavyw...

In Dutch, but you can also watch this Episode on YouTube with English Subtitles or Listen with Automatic Translation.  Pianist en Wereldreiziger Mike del Ferro vertelt openhartig over muziek, discipline en creatief ondernemen. Hij wordt geïnterviewd door advocaat en jurist Edgar Stam van "Team Juridische Zaken". Dit gesprek is onderdeel van de podcast "Bulletproof Ondernemers",...

I recently sat down with Alexandre Piret , a dedicated researcher and musicologist who is currently conducting in-depth academic research on the life and music of Toots Thielemans . In this episode, which is part of my Podcast series "Echoes of Toots Thielemans", where I interview Harmonica Players, Alexandre interviews me about my ten-year collaboration with Toots. It was a humbling exp...

Adam Glasser: Jazz Harmonica, South African Grooves & Musical Adventures! In this episode, I sit down with the incredible Adam Glasser , a musician whose chromatic harmonica playing bridges the worlds of bebop, township jazz, and global fusion. Born in South Africa and based in the UK, Adam has carved out a unique voice, drawing inspiration from the legendary Toots Thielemans while forging his...

I have the pleasure of talking with Marco Riaskoff. For over 40 years, Marco was the driving force behind the legendary Master Classical Pianist (Meesterpianisten) series at the world-famous Concertgebouw in Amsterdam. This iconic series has hosted all generations of piano greats—from titans like Vladimir Horowitz, Martha Argerich and Alfred Brendel to modern masters like Daniil Trifonov, Maria Jo...

In this episode, I dive into the world of Kamal Musallam, a pioneering Ud player who seamlessly blends the rich traditions of Middle Eastern sounds with the innovative energy of jazz, rock, and beyond. He collaborated with Billy Cobham and many other jazz greats.  Join me as Kamal shares his journey from his early influences to his unique fusion style that defies genre boundaries. We’ll explore hi...

I had the great honor to play with Toots Thielemans for 10 years, he passed away in 2016  and the last years I have been doing a Toots tribute all over the world with many outstanding harmonica players. In these  episodes - Echoes of Toots Thielemans - I talk to  harmonica players about their musical journey, how Toots influenced their music and how they find their own voice on the Harmonica with...

(I also uploaded this Episode on my "Self management for Musicians" Podcast, but I think this is interesting for everybody to listen to.) I am talking to Philippe Lemm,  a great Dutch drummer who lives in New York, and who has a great course for Musicians:  "How to book a Tour".   In this Episode we talk about the great Concept of   "a 1000 true Fans" , written by Kev...

In this Episode I am talking to Lauren Kinhan.  Lauren is a fantastic, versatile vocalist and songwriter from New York, who has been part of the iconic Vocal group the New York Voices for almost 30 years. She also collaborated with Bobby Mc. Ferrin, Ornette Coleman and countless other world class musicians. We met in Miami earlier this year when I performed with Lauren’s  22 year old daughter Ella...

In this episode I am talking to Mike Boddé.  Mike is a very famous TV personality in the Netherlands, both as a Comedian and as a Pianist.  Every week he conducts a live Music show on National Dutch TV which became very popular,  Mike and myself have a Piano duo (we also recorded an album which you can find on all digital platforms) and we became good friends over the years.  Mike Boddé is brillia...

I am talking in Brussels with my buddy, the legendary drummer Bruno Castellucci,  who played and recorded with legends like Toots Thielemans (for 43 years!), Clark Terry , Chaka Kahn, Quincy Jones, Joe Zawinul, Jaco Pastorius, Dianne Reeves, Airto Moreira….the list goes on and on. Bruno shares some fantastic stories about the legends mentioned above and much more.  Bruno and myself played all over...

In this enlightening episode I sit down with David Allen, the pioneer behind the groundbreaking productivity method, "Getting Things Done" (GTD). David takes us deep into the principles of GTD, sharing how anyone can achieve clarity and focus by capturing their tasks and ideas, and then organizing them into actionable steps.  Whether you're a seasoned GTD devotee or new to the conce...

100 Thousands of Musicians check their Spotify or Apple Music Streams / YouTube  Views / Instagram likes all the time and painfully notice that there are no or hardly any listeners, views or likes. Jimi W. is a Singer, Songwriter, Guitarist and Producer from the US.  I stumbled upon a great video he posted on his YouTube Channel ( Sitting with Jimi) entitled: What If No One Is Listening To Your Mu...

In this Episode I meet the Norwegian Saxophonist Ola Asdahl Rokkones, who is from one the most Northern Cities on earth: Tromsø in Northern Norway,  a 10 hour drive north of the arctic circle. Ola invited me many times to play in this stunningly beautiful part of the world, the coldest place I’ve ever been to. We also recorded an album: the Autumn Sessions which you can find on all digital Platfor...

I had the great honor to play with Toots Thielemans for 10 years, he passed away in 2016  and the last years I have been doing a Toots tribute all over the world with many outstanding harmonica players. In these  episodes - Echoes of Toots Thielemans - I talk to  harmonica players about their musical journey, how Toots influenced their music and how they find their own voice on the Harmonica with...

I had the great honor to play with Toots Thielemans for 10 years, he passed away in 2016  and the last years I have been doing a Toots tribute all over the world with many outstanding harmonica players. In these  episodes - Echoes of Toots- I talk to  harmonica players about their musical journey, how Toots influenced their music and how they find their own voice on the Harmonica with such an infl...

Join host Mike del Ferro in a captivating conversation with drummer and Entrepeneur Sebastian Netta. Sebastian shares his story about his very successful portable stage which he designed for outdoor live performances in nature, offering the audience a unique musical experience. Website: https://www.wuw-konzerte.de Send me a text message with your questions, comments or requests for topics. My Musi...

In this Episode I am being interviewed by my long time buddy,   Sebastian Netta from Münster, Germany.  We talk about my travels to Australia, Hong Kong, China, Vietnam and some other countries as well. We will record more episodes in the near future.  Sebastian Netta  is a fantastic Drummer, Composer and Musical Entrepreneur.  There will be another episode out soon where I interview Sebastian abo...

In this Episode I sat down with the extraordinary Dutch singer Femke Smit,  well known in the Samba / Brazilian Music World in Brazil.  You'll discover the captivating narrative of Femke Smit's life, tracing her path from the picturesque canals of Holland to the vibrant streets of Rio de Janeiro, where the rhythms of Samba reign supreme. Born with a love for music in her heart, Femke&apo...

In this episode I am being interviewd by Angelique van Os. Angelique is a Dutch music journalist and founder of the online travel platform:  Pure Off the Road, together with the amazing Photographer Henk Bothof. The pictures on their website are stunning and what we all have in common is our love for music and traveling the world. In this episode we talk about several countries I have visited: Sou...

In this gripping episode, join Deborah J. Carter and Mike del Ferro as they recount their extraordinary journey to the heart of Myanmar (Burma) in pursuit of the enchanting world of traditional music. Little did they know that their musical odyssey would quickly transform into an unexpectedly intense and almost traumatic experience. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural tapestry of Myanmar as Debo...

Occasionally I will post some Episodes on this Podcast about Mental stuff most Musicians deal with. Everything I talk about in these kind of episodes I experienced myself.  This Episode might sound a bit simplistic, but I am telling you, if you follow up on this advice you will feel much better on stage! Send me a text message with your questions, comments or requests for topics. My Music,  Schedu...